RJ Grey

Hailing from the land of Wisconsin, RJ Grey is the author of the science-fiction/fantasy "Humanastra" series.

RJ Grey spent much of his life developing characters and plots for video games as a hobby. However, the feasibility of bringing these ideas to life in the real world was staggering. Thus, an idea was born: Why not write a novel? Technology had advanced to the point where the creation and publication of a novel could be done easily. So, RJ Grey set out on an adventure.

As he wrote, ideas developed and decisions needed to be made. First off, RJ decided he enjoyed writing. His creative juices stirred enthusiastically and his mood was improved. Secondly, the amount of time invested into this project couldn't be ignored. He researched and planned a path to self-publish his stories instead of leaving another project half-completed. Third, RJ decided he cared about what he wrote; the characters, the setting, everything. He fell in love with wielding a pen/keyboard and poured his heart into his work.

Humanastra had started as a singular path, a straight and uninteresting twig. Once RJ considered the characters, their histories, their destinies and the manner of interactions within their environment, a giant sequoia of branching side-stories and new histories had bloomed. Humanastra could no longer be just one novel, condensed to a single volume and held to the standard of traditional stories. This was the birth of a universe of tales waiting to be told.

RJ Grey hopes you enjoy these stories and welcomes interactions with people who can be constructive and give candid feedback. But first and foremost, he wants to thank you for reading and being a part of the process. RJ's dream is coming to life, and you (the reader) are a vital part of that.

Humanastra I: The Hidden World

Science-fiction

After a massive battle in space, three officers of the Human Interstellar Navy find themselves stranded on an undiscovered planet. While grappling with the challenges of repairing their vessel, the humans entrench themselves in the political climate of an alien race whose culture is powered by supernatural forces. They struggle to understand this new form of energy while contending with the ancient edicts of a theocratic dictatorship, a government led by a self-proclaimed goddess. Through unlikely allies and paranormal twists of fate, the three humans embark on a long and dangerous journey to find their way back to Earth.

"Humanastra I: The Hidden World" is the first installment in a series of stories by author RJ Grey. Humanastra tells a story that blurs the lines between Science-Fiction and Fantasy, combining the mystique of alien technology and extraterrestrial races with the rich tradition of wizardry and chivalry.

Humanastra II: Whispers & War Machines

Science-fiction

Tajna has become a broken and dangerous place since the arrival of outsiders from beyond the sky. The Order reacts with deadly intent, punishing those disloyal within the Cities. Dija's champion and the human invaders postpone their quest of leaving the planet, instead recruiting new allies and building an army of their own. The forces of the Order and the free voices of the rebels collide in an action-packed epic that reveals more of Tajna's deep mystique and the goddess's capacity for cruelty. Everyone will fight, many will die, and nobody will be the same.

"Humanastra II: Whispers & War Machines" is the second installment of the Humanastra series and further explores the many personalities and oddities of Tajna. Experience rare, introspective glimpses into the Order's most notorious characters, as well as the deepening connections between the human and nyri protagonists. Uncover the mysteries surrounding Tajna's past while joining in the fight for the planet's future, and celebrate the storied impulses of romance and pain that make us all human.

Beneath the Blue Star

science-fiction

She conspired against a close relative who chose a destructive path. An adolescent boy saved her life without regard for his own. A lonely soldier fought the urge to fall in love with her. Now, her story will be told. She is Elida Rasmar, a clever tajnan woman with a tender heart and big ambitions. Her infectious spirit forever altered the lives of those around her. Discover how her actions rippled into the future far beyond her numbered days.

"Beneath the Blue Star" celebrates acts of kindness, generosity and the belief that one person can make a difference. Set in the years before the events of "Humanastra I: The Hidden World", this is the story of one woman who affected the lives of many characters from the Humanastra series.

This is the first adjunct to the series, which seeks to expand on the history of Tajna before the world was forever changed by human influence. Enjoy cameos from major characters and settings from Tajna, and discover how one woman's virtues took root in the hearts of those who loved her.